Driver praised as investigation into school bus fire begins
'Buses can be replaced, and we are so thankful no-one was injured.'
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Police unlawfully entered home, IPCA report finds
'The actions of the officers were unlawful, they were not uncaring,' the authority said.
Fury after Te Urewera huts dismantled, demolished
Work is now under way to strip and dismantle back-country Department of Conservation huts.
Opinion: Alcohol-related harm can be reduced - if we act
We all pay the price when it comes to inaction over alcohol-related harm.
Letters to the editor: Removal of Mauao memorial seat appalling
OPINION: Bay of Plenty readers have their say.
Beloved night concerts return to Katikati
Katikati Twilight Concert tickets are now on sale.
Magic of the mallet: Croquet club celebrates 100 years
Tauranga Croquet Club marks its centenary at Tauranga Domain this weekend.
Doctors say patients 'choosing to die' due to lack of local treatment options
Health Minister blames issues on legacy of underfunding by past governments.
'There was blood... everywhere': Police mental health callouts rise
'We're building a whole new mental health system and it does take time' - health minister.
Missing French tourist's friends plead for public help with search as kayak found
A French traveller was last seen kayaking on Lake Rotorua on Monday.
Beloved RSA and Citizens Club rebranding
The Katikati RSA and Citizens Club is to become The Club (or similar).
'A hell of a blaze': Firefighters tackle school bus fire near Paengaroa
'I was standing about 150 metres from the bus and the heat was pretty intense' - witness.
Merepeka Raukawa-Tait: When it comes to social services, it's results that count
OPINION: It's time to start measuring the impact of social investment.
What's happening at Whakaari/White Island? Plume of steam and ash spotted
The island is being continuously monitored for further changes in unrest.
'It's a starting point': First female Super Rugby coaches have big dreams
Crystal Kaua replaces Allan Bunting, who lead the team to the title last year.
Unclaimed WWII taonga to be returned to whānau
The last 28th Māori Battalion soldier has praised the mahi, but says it took too long.
Helicopter heroes: White Island rescuers' bravery honoured
Pilot: 'It felt that we were doing as much as we could but not enough for people.'
'Aspirational': Tauranga to become 'best host city' for events, despite 'barriers'
A lack of accommodation and fit-for-purpose venues have been highlighted - report.
Comment: Let's hear it for the Very Good Boys and Girls
OPINION: We all love a Good Dog story.
Kids charity feeding 1500 more hungry students in Bay of Plenty schools
Demand has increased for KidsCan food at school as the cost of living soars.
Felix Desmarais: My Sliding Doors moment
OPINION: Life is a series of choices, and we do our best with them when they come along.
Dancing, DJs and dress-ups: Halloween dance party raising money for charity
All proceeds will go to the mental health charity I Am Hope.
'We are looking at a really tragic year'
Drownings are already over 80 per cent of the 10-year average with two months to go.
Samantha Motion: Protests trump apathy as climate disaster looms
Opinion: Perhaps 'extreme' protests are needed to snap us out of our cognitive dissonance.
'Did we miss something?' Retired detective's 30-year search for answers in cold case
The family of Judy Yorke, last seen at a Tauranga party, and a retired cop still hope.
'Intense': Sam Uffindell tells of furore's impact on him and family
Tauranga MP also tells of the conversation during that trip with Todd Muller.
Three critical in two crashes
A motorbike and SUV collided in Westport and the Ōpōtiki crash involved a single vehicle.
Weather, roads and what's on: Labour weekend in the Bay of Plenty
Labour weekend has promised visitors and locals alike sunshine and a lot of fun.
Council's diversity campaign leads to less diversity
While there were some younger members on the council, there was less ethnic diversity.
Labour Weekend: Traffic snarls in Rotorua as Waka Kotahi advises to plan ahead
Reports of congestion between Alan Mills Rd and Owhata Rd this afternoon.
Ōmokoroa Point School students voice heard in new billboard design
It features a beach, pōhutukawa, and kuaka (godwit) and will be at the SH2 entrance.
Track surface big focus of speedway opening race night
Super saloons, midgets, sprint cars, super stocks and mini stocks on programme.
SH2 slip: Road remains closed, hopes for one lane to open
A further update will be provided on Tuesday.
Sonya Bateson: Don't hold your breath if you're trying to reach The Good Place
OPINION: I'd appreciate being able to buy things knowing that children weren't harmed.